Sawin & Shea

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Bankruptcy is often a wise choice for those overwhelmed by credit card debt and looking to get back on track and rebuild their finances. Though it can be a scary and stressful process, the benefits of filing for bankruptcy tend to outweigh the detriments. What Happens to My Credit Card Debt When I File For Bankruptcy?

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Sawin & Shea

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Bankruptcy is often a wise choice for those overwhelmed by credit card debt and looking to get back on track and rebuild their finances. Though it can be a scary and stressful process, the benefits of filing for bankruptcy tend to outweigh the detriments. What Happens to My Credit Card Debt When I File For Bankruptcy?

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Debt Free Colorado

MARCH 3, 2023

Find Out the 10 Common Questions About Bankruptcy with Colorado Bankruptcy Lawyers. The decision to file for bankruptcy is a significant one, and we are here to assist you in determining whether bankruptcy is the best course of action for your circumstances. Do bankruptcies come in different types?

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Sawin & Shea

MAY 2, 2024

If you’re struggling with overwhelming debt, you may be wondering if bankruptcy is the right solution for your financial situation. One of the most common questions people have is “How Much Debt is Needed to File for Bankruptcy?”

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Sawin & Shea

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Bankruptcy is often a valuable tool for overcoming debts, but it’s not for everyone. The number of individuals filing for bankruptcy has decreased in the last 20 years, but the number of older individuals declaring bankruptcy has increased. One in seven people filing for bankruptcy is older than 65.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 16, 2023

If you’re wondering “Can I file for bankruptcy without a lawyer?” The option to file for bankruptcy without an attorney, known as Pro Se bankruptcy, is available under the United States bankruptcy law. While it is true that Pro Se bankruptcy can help you save on legal fees, it comes with certain challenges and risks.

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Albuquerque Law

MARCH 11, 2021

Receiving the discharge letter after navigating the bankruptcy process can bring a great feeling of relief. After all, the discharge of your debts is the goal, so you can obtain a fresh start. This file should generally include: A copy of your bankruptcy filing. Copies of the documents in your bankruptcy petition.

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Consumer Financial Services Law

MAY 16, 2017

Johnson in the Lower Courts Aleida Johnson filed her Chapter 13 bankruptcy petition in 2014. Midland Funding, LLC, a debt buyer, filed a proof of claim which disclosed on its face that the claim was barred by the applicable statute of limitations, listing the date of last transaction as May 2003. 462, 470 (S.D.

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Consumer Financial Services Law

AUGUST 31, 2016

In joining the majority of circuits, the Fourth Circuit held that while filing a proof of claim is debt collection activity regulated by the FDCPA, the filing of a proof of claim that is time barred does not violated the FDCPA when the statute of limitations does not extinguish the debt. It simply limits the avenues of recourse. ·

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Collection Industry News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently reversed an award of summary judgment in favor of a defendant debt collector against claims that it violated the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) by attempting to collect a debt that was discharged in bankruptcy and no longer owed. 3d 502 (9th Cir.

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Sawin & Shea

JULY 13, 2022

The majority of people in Indiana who have thought about declaring bankruptcy likely already know how challenging it is to get student loans erased. As a result, the majority of debtors who file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy do not get their college loans dismissed. How do bankruptcy courts handle private student loans, however?

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Credit Corp

JUNE 14, 2023

At that point, your cable company sends the bill to a debt collector. It’s worth considering this when deciding whether to settle an old debt you owe. Bankruptcy: Seven or 10 Years Bankruptcies show up in the public records section of credit reports.

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National Service Bureau

JULY 1, 2015

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals held last year to broaden the scope of the ‘least sophisticated’ standard when considering FDCPA (Fair Debt Collection Practices Act) violations. This change can have far-ranging effects for debt buyers and debt collectors alike. Does FDCPA apply to bankruptcy proceedings?

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

With those figures, chances are you are among the millions of Americans needing credit debt relief. In this article, we will give you some ways to find relief from the weight of your debt and show you how bankruptcy attorneys like Sawin & Shea can help you. How Does Debt Relief Affect Your Credit?

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 25, 2022

Dealing with debt can be scary and overwhelming, especially if you don’t know what will happen if you miss too many payments and default or have to file bankruptcy. While bankruptcy itself can also be scary, it is often the best option if you have too much debt to get a handle on your financial situation.

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Collection Industry News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

. • Debt collection cases have claimed an increasing share of the civil docket, making up about 30% of the civil court caseload in the one state where comprehensive data was available. • The dollar value of claims filed annually by debt buyers increased from $6 billion in 1993 to $98 billion in 2013. Filing bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

If you’re struggling with financial hardship, filing for bankruptcy can be an effective way to get back on your feet. But filing for bankruptcy in Indiana doesn’t mean every outstanding debt you’ve ever incurred gets wiped away. Declaring bankruptcy will discharge most types of debt but not others.

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BN Lawyers

JANUARY 14, 2019

Section 1692g(a) of the FDCPA mandates the sending of a “validation” notice within five days of a debt collector’s initial communication with a consumer. A debt collector is free to collect during the thirty-day period as long as it does not overshadow or contradict the consumer’s thirty-day rights. In Scott v.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 31, 2022

However, these negative impacts are not inevitable; you do have the option to take steps to either eliminate your medical debt or to make manageable payments towards it by filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Speak to an attorney today at (317) 759-1483. Or contact us online.

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